Goodbye NYC, With Love: Luar SS26

Look 38

Luar SS26 felt like a love letter written just for me, it was sharp, raw, and unforgettable. But in truth, it was addressed to downtown NYC, crafted with meticulous detail, urban polish, and an unapologetic edge. Raul Lopez leaned fully into his signature fusion of streetwear rebellion and elevated tailoring, pushing beyond the safe simplicity dominating much of NYFW this season.

While it was a ready-to-wear collection there were of course some looks which were more high- fashion. Including a look featuring just a tiny speedo, some sheer gloves, and a very muscular male model covered in a few splashes of paint - arguably not so ready to wear! (Look 9) The collection was fearless and all the better for it.

Let’s get into the show:

Colour palette: Black, Beige, White, Cream , Yellow, Blue, Red

Favourite looks: 1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 13, 18, 19, 26, 30, 33, 36, 38, 42, 43

View Full Collection here: https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2026-ready-to-wear/luar/slideshow/collection

Luar's world this season was one of contrasts: nightlight glamour meets gritty city realism. There were nods to club culture, subtle punk, and artisanal craft. Feathers, beading, embroidery, hardware - all present, yet never tipping into excess. It was decorative, but still wearable; conceptual, but rooted in real identity. The final two matching looks - shown below, yellow tailored suits, black feathered effect spreading from the yellow patterned fabric. Paired with matching head pieces. What a way to end a show! 

ABOVE - LOOKS (in order) 42, 1, 36

Silhouettes walked the line between structure and flow. There were some strong-shouldered jackets met with sheer skirts and bias-cut layers. Texture played a starring role: leather and mesh, raw hems and exposed seams, sheer against opaque. It was all deliberate, every rough edge thoughtfully placed for maximum impact.

The palette swung between darkness and light. Deep blacks and metallics grounded the collection, while flashes of neon and vibrancy kept it electric. Accessories and styling elevated everything, the ‘beaded’ effect eye makeup forming butterfly-wing eye illusions (Look 4 - below)  , lips dripping in tiny embellishments (Look 7 - below), and feathers so seamlessly integrated they looked like they grew from the models' skin. The entire thing was magical. 

ABOVE - LOOKS (in order) 4, 5, 7

My absolute favourite look of the entire collection has to be Look 38 - shown above! A flawlessly curated look, the model had eyes decorated with 3D Glitter sculptures, feathers shooting out the back of her head, shoes, skirt, and top. The champagne cream tone echoed throughout the three-piece set. Trousers, mini skirts, made of straw and what I think is a sustainable plastic? As well as a picturesque feather strapless bra top. It was ridiculously elegant. My breath was very much taken away.   

This wasn’t a collection for the cautious. It was for the risk-takers, the wanderers, the true fashion obsessives. In a muted NYFW, Luar SS26 stood very tall , very alive, and most importantly very confidently defiant in the best way. I am now a big fan of Laur. I'm on board for whatever they have coming in future... bring on London Fashion Week AHHHH!!!

With love,

Mimi x